Thursday, July 30, 2009

Mark Elf - Lift Off (2006)

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For some 35 years jazz guitarist Mark Elf's playing experiences have included a who's who in the jazz giant world. Dizzy Gillespie, Clark Terry, The Heath Bros. Jon Hendricks, Wynton Marsalis, Lou Donaldson, Art Blakey, Walter Bishop Jr., Jr. Cook and many more.
Liftoff is his 12th outing as a leader. The velocity of the first few notes of the opener and title track. Liftoff, will give you ample warning: if you love jazz guitar, this is your man. With high profile cats, David Hazeltine, Peter Washington and Lewis Nash, this is i a blazing session of ten tunes that feature Mark’s fervent bop playing.

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2 comments:

beequeen said...

Tracks: VBR

1. Liftoff (2:43)
2. Thanks For The Memory (8:12)
3. Deception Blues [Baritone Guitar] (4:12)
4. Chuy's Challenge (6:46)
5. I've Never Been In Love Before (7:36)
6. How Low Can You Go (5:58)
7. Fundingsland Waltz (6:14)
8. Left Hand Corner (4:22)
9. Deception Blues [Guitar] (4:24)
10. Liftoff [Alternate Take] (3:15)

Jeffrey Siegel said...

More Mark! He is the man and so few know him and his music!